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The type of pliers that open extra wide to hold very large objects is rib joint pliers. This tool features an adjustable joint that allows the gripping surfaces to open wider than standard pliers, making it suitable for gripping larger and irregularly shaped objects. Rib joint pliers typically have a series of grooves or ribs in the joint mechanism that enable the user to adjust the opening according to the size of the object being worked on.

While needle nose pliers are designed for precision work in tight spaces and channel locking pliers provide adjustable gripping for moderate-sized items, their mechanisms do not allow for the same wide opening that rib joint pliers can achieve. Crimping pliers are specifically designed for crimping tasks, such as attaching connectors to wires, and do not accommodate large object gripping. Therefore, rib joint pliers are the correct choice for holding very large objects due to their unique design and adjustable capacity.